I interviewed Kyle Miller for the Inside the Open Mic series late in December. During parts of the interview, you can hear instrumental Christmas music in the background. Maybe you can name the tune. Maybe you can even name the person playing the Christmas music (I recognize the playing style). When we began the interview, […]
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Greetings to all you folks out in the Capital Region (and beyond)! We here at the Muddy Cup Open Mic wanted to extend an official hello to the community (as we are new around these parts). Please allow us to fill you guys in a little bit about us. The Muddy Cup Open Mic […]
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Last Friday, Northern Lights in Clifton Park was purchased by two local promoters after being filing for bankruptcy about a year ago. With new owners we can expect new management and a new look. Hey, a coat of paint in that place will dramatically improve the bleak, industrial look. We are waiting for the day […]
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Yesterday, I was looking for something to do and was in the mood to check out some original bands. I found out that 104.9 was hosting a Battle of the Bands at The Shelter Skate Park & Shop in Albany. It was their first annual Albany A Games Skate and BMX Competition with the Bands […]
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There is no one more Saratoga-Scene right now than Phil Drum. Along with Ray Giguere and Dave Scheffel, Phil founded the Saratoga Acoustic Blues Society (SABS) and through it has promoted numerous blues centered shows in the Saratoga area. More show dates are scheduled and you can find them by visiting SABS’ myspace page. I […]
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